How do I become a Driving Instructor?
There are two pathways to becoming a driving instructor.
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1. Complete the assessment through the WA Department of transport
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2. Complete the certificate IV in Transport and Logistics - Car Driver Instruction TLI41218
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Baldivis Academy of Driving can offer driver instructor training via the first method and we are currently recruiting.
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Already a Qualified Instructor and looking hassle free place to work?
Flexible working hours, great pay and no worries about having to maintain a vehicle. What more could you want!
Contact us today about joining the Baldivis Academy of Driving team!
What are the requirements?
The Motor Vehicle Drivers Instructors Act 1963 (WA) sets out the requirements for a driving instructor's licence, including:
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A current Western Australian driver's licence.
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Minimum of 3 continuous years experience driving the vehicle class you wish to teach.
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Medical fitness standards.
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Police character checks.
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Minimum age of 21 years old.
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The Government of Western Australia Department of Transport may issue Driving Instructor licences to applicants who;
1.Pass a WA Department of Transport Theory and Practical Test
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2. Hold a recognised Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Road Transport - Car Driving Instruction) -TLI40210 or TLI41216 or TLI41218 (National Qualification);
Steps to take
1. Get a National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old)
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2. Go into any Department of Transport (DoT) branch, complete an application to become a driving instructor and sit the 150 road law questions
3. Book an appointment for a medical with your GP
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4. Get your driving instructor training with Baldivis Academy of Driving.
5. Call us on 0405 380 421 to book your training
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6. Book your Practical Driving Assessment (a compliance officer from DoT will call you to arrange)
What will your training include?
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1 on 1 instructor training with one or more of our qualified instructors
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All the skills required to teach students from the freshest "L Plater" through to their PDA
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You will sit in on live lessons and be given the opportunity to instruct whilst doubled up with one of our qualified instructors
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How to control the vehicle correctly and most important safely using our dual pedal equipped cars.
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There is no need to buy your own car, we provide everything that you will need. On successful completion of your training and passing your Instructor PDA, you will be able to jump straight into one of our leaner vehicles and start earning money!
